[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E408]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING CLIFFORD AND ERMA CAMPBELL

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2016

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Clifford and Erma Campbell of Bucyrus, Missouri on receiving this 
year's Century Farm Award. Receiving this honor is no easy task, and 
the Campbells have exemplified hard work, perseverance, and dedication 
to the community throughout their lives. The farm was originally owned 
by Clifford's grandparents, Edward and Ethel Campbell. The farm was 
purchased in 1910 and has been in the family for 106 years.
  Qualifying to be a Century Farm is a great feat. The farm must be in 
the same family for at least 100 consecutive years and the original 
tract of land has to be more than 40 acres. These farms represent an 
important part of American heritage, feeding generations upon 
generations and greatly improving the quality of life of Missourians. 
Their integrity and determination serve as an example of the great work 
that farmers do for our country.
  I applaud the hard work and achievements of the Campbells and look 
forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future. It is my pleasure 
to recognize the Campbell family before the House of Representatives.

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